The evolution of post-revival A. Lange & Söhne timepieces has been subtle yet palpable. While Lange watches possess a strong classical core, the illustrious German watch manufacture flirts with modern design frequently to attract younger clientele. Take for instance: this year’s biggest release so far – the Odysseus Chronograph – is a sports watch, with [...]

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The Lange 1 Time Zone is one of the most quintessential timepieces from modern-day A. Lange & Söhne. It is the only Lange 1 watch that is travel-themed, and the most specialised travel watch that the brand offers. Since its debut in 2005 – about ten years after the brand’s renaissance – numerous variations of the model have [...]

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Two additions to the Lange collections – a new Lange 1 Time Zone platinum, and a new 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar in a white gold case with a pink gold dial. Press Release information with commentary in italics. New: A. Lange & Söhne releases a new Lange 1 Time Zone and a new 1815 Rattrapante [...]

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When it comes to watches for the business executives to pair with their power suits, the selections are pretty standard. In this week’s article, we are looking to break the stereotype. While the likes of Rolex and Patek Philippe make excellent watches, there are also many outstanding and interesting options that are worth a serious [...]

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In recent years, there appears to be a reversal in the trend for watch collectors – instead of larger watches, it seems that more collectors have a preference for timepieces with a smaller case dimension. This change in preference has seen smaller watches coming back into fashion and production once again. For starters, we define [...]

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When one thinks of a dress watch, the typical image that would come to mind is a two or three-handed watch – preferably in yellow or rose gold – with a rounded case that looks simple and clean. But does it necessarily have to be the case? Perhaps so, if one is a purist. For [...]

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We continue with our rather popular “Oldies But Goodies” series, where we bring back some of the finest and rarest watches from the yesteryear. As usual, we have no specific criteria for the selection today. Rather, we will be looking at some of the more significant and interesting watches that have since been discontinued. Of [...]

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With the blink of an eye, we have almost come to the end of 2022. But before we conclude yet another amazing year, we are still in time to send our horological wishlist to Santa. Maybe our wishes will be heard this year? As with Deployant’s traditions, each of the writers will be selecting three [...]

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Lange revises their Zeitwerk with a new 2022 edition. Available in either pink gold or platinum. Both versions are not limited. In 2009, A. Lange & Söhne presented the first Zeitwerk timepiece, much to the shock and (followed by) awe of the global watch community. Its then unprecedented wristwatch concept stars large jumping numerals for [...]

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For many, dress watches are an essential part of any gentleman’s wardrobe, let alone a collector’s watch collection. In this week’s article, we will be exploring the universe of dress watches, and select six exceptional examples across different price points. There are quite a variety of definitions that determine what exactly a dress watch is. [...]

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It took a while, but we did eventually get there. Better late than never, they say. A mere ten years ago, you couldn’t string a sentence together containing the words ‘Lange’, ‘sports watch’ and ‘stainless steel’ without raising eyebrows. In 2019, everything changed as Lange presented not only its first sports watch, but also its [...]

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Novelties from Watches & Wonders this year have impressed. So impressive that you wouldn’t think that the economy is shot. While not everything’s been interesting (looking at a certain brand that’s famous for passing off old watches with tiny cosmetic changes as whole new novelties), there were a fair number of specimens that have resonated [...]

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The minute repeater remains one of the most challenging and revered complications that precision watchmaking has to offer. A. Lange & Söhne minute repeater watches can be traced back to the era of pocket watches in the late 19th century. In 2013, the Grand Complication ushered an exciting comeback for the chiming complication along with [...]

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In a sea of hype that is aided by the omnipresence of social media, it is easy to lose track of things and get yourself caught up with trends. This is especially true with watches. It is not a bad thing per se. After all, there must be some reason behind the madness, or the [...]

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A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Rattrapante Honeygold “Homage to F.A. Lange” It’s not everyday that you get to celebrate a milestone. In 2020, A. Lange & Söhne celebrated 175 years since its founding in 1845. In spite of the trials and tribulations that came with the year 2020, the Saxon brand put forth a great [...]

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